Histological examination of the skin treated with 4 microneedling sessions 1 month apart shows up to 400% increase in collagen and elastin deposition at 6 months post treatment but combine that with topical growth factors and studies have shown an extra 46% percent increase on top of that!

So how does adding topical growth factors work when combined with microneedling?

Insulin is a peptide hormone growth factor and human keratinocytes are actually insulin-dependent for their growth.  Topical insulin has been used in wound healing for many years, in particular with burns and ulcers.

Topical insulin improves wound healing by regulating oxidative and inflammatory responses in the skin caused by UVA, UVB, pollutants, stress of which the result in skin aging and cellular damage.

The addition of topical insulin immediately post microneedling enhances the wound response, increasing the fibroblastic reaction which results in improved collagen deposition.

Microneedling with topical growth factors is perfect for anyone looking to improve their skin, boost collagen and elastin, reduce fine lines and help to reverse sun damage and most excitingly it is particularly effective for scarring.

What is Microneedling? Microneedling is a gentle and effective procedure that involves using tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries on the skin’s surface. This process stimulates your skin’s natural healing response, encouraging the production of collagen and elastin—the proteins responsible for keeping your skin firm and smooth.

The Role of Topical Insulin: You might be surprised to learn that insulin, commonly known for regulating blood sugar levels, also plays a fascinating role in skincare. When applied topically during microneedling, insulin acts as a powerful growth factor. It helps to jumpstart the skin’s healing processes by stimulating the production of new collagen and supporting the regeneration of healthy skin cells.

Benefits for Your Skin:

Combining topical insulin with microneedling offers several exciting benefits:

• Enhanced Collagen Production: Insulin encourages your skin to produce more collagen, which improves skin elasticity and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. When compared with PRP which showed in research to improve results by 26%, Insulin improves results by up to 46%
• Scar Improvement: If you have scars from acne, injuries, or surgery, this combination can help remodel scar tissue, making scars less noticeable over time.
• Skin Texture Refinement: Microneedling with insulin can refine your skin’s texture, making it smoother and more radiant.

What to Expect:

Immediately after your microneedling treatment, a specialised topical insulin solution will be applied to your skin and massaged in.